Pete Elliott
American football coach and player
Born
September 29th, 1926
98 years ago
Died
2013
12 years ago — 87 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played college football at the University of Michigan and later joined the NFL as a quarterback for the Chicago Bears. Transitioned to coaching roles, including head coach at the University of Illinois, where significant contributions to the team's success occurred during the 1960s. Developed strategies and mentored players, influencing future generations of coaches and players in American football.
Played quarterback for the Chicago Bears
Served as head coach for the University of Illinois
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